Guest Oakleylove Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 I have just recently moved into an apartment. Me and my grey moved from a house with 3 other dogs. I don't think she is adjusting well. Its been about a month, and she has chewed on every blind I have. She has a history of getting into trash, and chewing paper, mail etc, but NEVER like this. I try to take her to play with her friends as much as I can, but I am at a loss of what to do. She is just having a rough time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riverhound Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Are the blinds open or shut when you leave her? Does she just want to see out? Quote Masterful Joe and Naughty N Nice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheFullHouse Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Sounds like she's suffering from separation anxiety. She's used to having other hounds to keep her company. She needs some alone training. I've never done that training before but lots of other people on Gt have. Hopefully they can help you. Quote Judy, mom to Darth Vader, Bandita, And Angel Forever in our hearts, DeeYoGee, Dani, Emmy, Andy, Heart, Saint, Valentino, Arrow, Gee, Bebe, Jilly Bean, Bullitt, Pistol, Junior, Sammie, Joey, Gizmo, Do Bee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Oakleylove Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 no, they are open. I honestly think she does it because she is mad at me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
christinepi Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 no, they are open. I honestly think she does it because she is mad at me. I assure you, dogs can't think that way, even though it may look that way. She's having anxieties, and she can relieve them with chewing. Please look into alone training to help her with this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inugrey Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 Buy, read, and follow the advice and training recommendations in this book. I'll Be Home Soon Quote Colleen with Covey (Admirals Cove) and Rally (greyhound puppy)Missing my beloved boy INU (CJ Whistlindixie) my sweetest princess SALEM (CJ Little Dixie) and my baby girl ZOE (LR's Tara) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeofNE Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 There have been TONS of threads on separation anxiety. Perhaps search for them and you'll get some helpful ideas? She's not used to being alone. Suggest, for starters, a LOT more exercise before you go out, and try leaving her with a Kong and some peanut butter in it, and maybe some kibbles mooshed in there too. Something to keep her busy for a little bit when you leave. Something special, that she only gets when you're not home. That way she starts to associate it with something pleasant instead of just being lonely. She's not angry at you, trust me. If dogs held grudges, they'd be...well, they'd be like people, and not the wonderful, forgiving creatures that make such great companion animals! Quote Susan, Hamish, Mister Bigglesworth and Nikita Stanislav. Missing Ming, George, and Buck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest mnblewis1 Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 I had a dog years ago that had separation anxiety. We usually crated him when we left, until he ripped the front of the crate off while we were gone. We just started giving a kong with peanut butter and that seemed to keep him busy on short trips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onrushpam Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 Many, many dog behavior studies (sorry, don't have time to find the citations) have shown that most dogs with separation anxiety have a "burst" at the initial leaving that lasts for about 10-15 minutes. If you can get the dog interested in something that will last past that time period, it's likely the dog will be okay alone. That's why stuffed Kongs and other toys/distractions work. With some dogs, you have to get them into the habit of going into a crate or other area with their Kong/distraction before you actually leave. So, you might have to try a frozen Kong (takes longer to get at the good stuff). Let the dog get started on the goodie while you are still there, then quietly leave. Another key is that they pick up on cues that you are about to leave. So, alter your routine. Put your purse in the car, put the keys in your pocket, etc.,etc. all well before you actually leave. I've even known of people who altered the routine by sneaking out a basement door or exiting through a window! Don't make a big deal out of leaving/returning. IGNORE the dog for a good while before you leave and when you return. No big departure kisses and no big greeting when you return. Quote Pam GPA-Tallahassee/Southeastern Greyhound Adoption "Fate is unalterable only in the sense that given a cause, a certain result must follow, but no cause is inevitable in itself, and man can shape his world if he does not resign himself to ignorance." Pearl S. Buck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KatJon Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 We are also working through separation anxiety with Rhythm... Check out the post "Upsetting Letter" under "Training & Behavior". A lot of people posted really helpful comments which might help you and your dog too! Definitely read thee book "I'll be home soon". We've been using the methods in the book and it's helping so far. Rhythm has been pulling at the blinds too, even when they're open. Not sure if he's trying to see out, trying to escape, or what? Anyway, good luck with your grey! Hopefully she can find calm soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Oakleylove Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 THANKS everyone!!!!! I will def use some of this advice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Oakleylove Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 I seemed to have curbed the chewing. I give her a kong every morning, but this week she has peed everyday. She has never had an issue with peeing in the house the entire 2 1/2 years I have had her. How do I fix this one??!! I seemed to have curbed the chewing. I give her a kong every morning, but this week she has peed everyday. She has never had an issue with peeing in the house the entire 2 1/2 years I have had her. How do I fix this one??!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwiggysMom Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 If the peeing has never occurred before, maybe this is not behavioral, but a UTI? (or maybe I'm just thinking this because I'm going through it with my hound right now...) Might want to call your vet about a urine sample. Congratulations on turning the corner with the chewing! Quote Wendy with Twiggy, fosterless while Twiggy's fighting the good fight, and Donnie & Aiden the kitties Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamngrey Posted October 21, 2011 Share Posted October 21, 2011 Checking in on how all is going Quote Cassie: Pikes Clara Bell Swoop: My Man Swoop BRIDGE ANGELS Psi:WD'S Aleford 3/17/00-4/25/10 Snowman: Gable Snowman 1/9/96-2/14/08 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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